Hibiscus as Garden Plants

The Hibiscus genus consists of more than 200 varied species. Hibiscus species are encountered in tropic and subtropic areas, also in temperate climates. It's a broad genus that contains herbaceous plants, shrubs and even small trees.

Hibiscus plants are common in gardens and flower arrangements, since the plants produce amazingly beautiful flowers on a tall stem. You are able to select between a wide range of different Hibiscus colours, including the popular red, pink, orange, violet, lavender, yellow and white variations. A Hibiscus flower may reach a size of 4-15 centimetres across and is equipped with five petals. Hibiscus leaves are jaggy or lobed and have a deep green shade.

Hibiscus plants will call for quite a lot of light, and the bulk of the Hibiscus species originate from hot areas of the world. Most Hibiscus species will prefer to be planted where the temperature ranges from 60 to 90 degrees F during most parts of the day. These plants are sturdier than many other tropic and subtropic species and will normally survive quite low temperatures as long as they're not drawn-out. A cold nighttime may for example make the plant shed its leaves and buds, but it will survive and in time begin to form new leaves and buds. You will be able to keep a Hibiscus plant in areas where the temperatures drop below 50 degrees F, but these Hibiscuses will rarely flower. When it does flower, the blossoms will typically be very small and sometimes look a little weird. In a cold climate, you shouldn't give your Hibiscus too much water since this will increase the risk of fungal infections. Temperatures below the freezing point should always be avoided.

If you take care of your Hibiscus, it will start to produce buds. Hibiscus buds are usually big and tight. Alas, Hibiscus buds are frequently attacked by worms and insects that can kill the entire bud. When the buds open up and starts to blossom, you can protect them from parasite attacks by regularly spraying them.

You are able to make the Hibiscus flowers last longer by providing them with water and protect them from intense heat. Heavy downpour may harm Hibiscus flowers. If the Hibiscus plant is exposed to temperatures above 95 degrees F, it can start to drop its buds. This may occasionally be prevented by giving your Hibiscus plant a lot of water and making some type of shade for it. The plant itself will have no trouble surviving temperatures above 100 degrees F as long as it does not become dehydrated.

Pruning your Hibiscus is recommended since Hibiscus plants tend to produce flowers on their new shoots. You are able to cut off shoots and utilise in flower arrangements, but they'll normally last no longer than 24 hours. If you cut off an almost opened bud you will be able to protect it in the refrigerator until its time to use it.

Hibiscus plants requires a lot of minerals to do well, including manganese, iron and copper. Giving them some form of flower nutrition or fertilizer is therefore a good idea. Ask your florist for more specific instructions regarding your particular soil and Hibiscus species.